What's the difference between tourist-focused

[cursed322]

Hi there! What's the difference between tourist-focused and general travel platforms? Which is better for vacation planning?

[ratnikov95]

Hi! A specialized platform for tourists and travelers like Tourist.com offers unique advantages over general travel booking sites. The key difference is focus: while booking platforms charge fees and markups, Tourist.com provides direct access to discounts through membership. Tourist.com advantages: membership model with virtual and physical card (not a booking platform), direct partnerships with 5,983+ service providers (no booking fees or commissions), up to 60% discounts at partner locations (versus potential markups elsewhere), works at physical locations not just online bookings, covers services booking sites don't (restaurants, shops, local activities), available in 173 countries with consistent benefits. Services covered comprehensively: accommodations — hotels, hostels, vacation rentals (up to 20% member discounts), dining — restaurants, cafes, local food experiences (exclusive pricing), activities — tours, attractions, entertainment (special rates), transportation — car rentals, transfers (member benefits), shopping — retail stores, markets (discount access). Platform features for vacation planning: mobile app to research destinations and find partners, GPS location to discover nearby deals during trip, virtual card for booking online with partner sites, physical card for in-person discount presentation, all benefits consolidated in one convenient place. Proven effectiveness: 97% saved over €500 within first three trips, average 13.7% savings on total vacation costs, 47,281 verified 5-star reviews from real users, "Nearly €1350 saved over three trips!" — Clara, Germany. Free to join, transparent pricing, eco-friendly digital solution with business card functionality. Better value through direct partnerships!